2018 Yamaha R15 Model 3.Zero MotoGP version launched

Yamaha has launched the limited-run MotoGP version for the primary time in India; bike maker additionally launched the FZS-FI in two new shades.

We had reported in June that Yamaha will launching the YZF-R15 Model 3.Zero MotoGP Restricted Version in India. Now the bike has formally been launched in our market. The 2018 Yamaha R15 MotoGP Restricted Version has been priced at Rs 1.30 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) – a premium of Rs 3,00Zero over the usual bike. Bookings for the motorbike have began on Yamaha India’s official web site for Rs 10,000. Restricted items of the MotoGP version shall be obtainable on sale and Yamaha claims a supply time of 40-55 days, relying on the situation of buy.

The brand new motorbike will solely be obtainable in just one shade – ‘Yamaha Racing Blue’ – an identical shade to the Yamaha M1 MotoGP bike. Different adjustments embrace the Movistar emblem on the entrance and sides and an ENEOS emblem on the stomach pan. It additionally will get M1-inspired graphics above the headlamp and gas tank, whereas the Yamaha emblem is completed in gold. What you received’t see, although, are the racing numbers of both of Yamaha’s MotoGP stars, Valentino Rossi and Maverick Vinales.

Aside from beauty updates, the R15 V3.Zero stays mechanically unchanged. It’s powered by a The 155cc, SOHC, four-valve, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected motor produces 19.3hp and 15Nm of peak torque and likewise options Variable Valve Actuation (VVA). The engine is paired to a six-speed transmission and the brand new motorbike additionally will get the addition of a slipper clutch.

Yamaha India additionally launched the FZS-FI in two new shades – Matt inexperienced and Darknight – along with the usual Armada Blue. The 150cc motorbike is priced at Rs 87,042 (ex-showroom Delhi).